Early day motion tabled by primary sponsor Michael Alison (Conservative), on Wednesday, 18 December 1996, in the House of Commons. It is signed by 17 members in total.
TAXATION OF MARRIED COUPLES
That this House notes that the income tax burden on both married couples and lone parents with dependent children has grown more rapidly than that on other taxpayers; and calls on Her Majesty's Government to consult widely, and to publish the results of the consultations concerning how the tax system might better support marriage and the family.
Amendments
The Early day motion has received 2 amendments.
- 372A1
- after `tax' insert `and cash allowances'.
- 372A2
- at end add `recognising that half the couples gaining from the married persons allowances have two earners, that half have no dependent child; and supports child cash allowances that should have their levels decided by the Chancellor along with the levels of personal tax allowances.'.
Secondary information
- Type
- Early day motion
- Reference
- 372
- 372A1
- 372A2
- Session
- 1996-97
- Subjects
- Families Income tax Marriage
- Link
- View this Early day motion on www.parliament.uk
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- 2014-09-04 13:14:35 +0100
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